The Role
Assist with laboratory operations, manage inventory, support compliance, and maintain cleanliness. Collaborate with teams and handle equipment maintenance.
Summary Generated by Built In
What is The Engine?
The Engine opened its doors in June of 2017 to founders of early-stage companies working on disruptive technology. Founded by MIT, The Engine’s mission is to provide capital, resources, and comprehensive support to help founders build the next generation of world-changing companies. We recently moved into a new 155,000 SF building in Central Square, Cambridge in September 2022. Our building includes offices, meeting spaces, biology & chemistry laboratories, and maker/fabrication space.
Position Summary
We are seeking a creative and motivated Lab Associate to assist in day-to-day lab operations and serve as the daily contact for lab requests at our new facility. The Lab Ops Associate will have the primary responsibility for ensuring the labs, equipment, offices, and building systems are running in an operative, clean, and efficient manner. Working closely with the Lab Operations Manager, additional responsibilities will focus on building a wider platform for resident space planning, lab operations assistance, and overall infrastructure to better serve the people and companies at The Engine.
Areas of Responsibility
- Provide day-to-day laboratory operations support (consumables inventory, laboratory housekeeping, general management)
- Support the Laboratory Operations Managers and resident companies with as needed laboratory tasks and special projects
- Work with resident companies and Engine EHS to ensure hazardous material compliance and inventory
- Provide equipment maintenance and troubleshooting support as needed
- Maintain laboratory facilities and general cleanliness
- Laboratory operational support as needed
Qualities of the ideal candidate
- Mission-oriented, energetic and upbeat with the resilience and demeanor to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, while remaining calm and composed
- Effective communication skills
- Highly value teamwork
- Ability to prioritize work, organize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Interface with residents of The Engine at all levels
- Take ownership over tasks and follow them through to completion
- Detail-oriented and very organized, with solid time management skillsIndependent, reliable, and willing to learn
- Appropriately social with fellow team members, guests, and staff
Job Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences, preferred Biology or Chemistry
- 1-3 years of experience in a lab environment
- Project Management skills preferred
- Clear written communication
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
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Please submit a resume and cover letter
The Engine deeply values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Top Skills
Hazardous Material Compliance
Laboratory Equipment
Project Management
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The Company
What We Do
The Engine, built by MIT, is a venture firm that invests in early-stage companies solving the world’s biggest problems through the convergence of breakthrough science, engineering, and leadership. Our mission is to accelerate the path to market for Tough Tech companies by providing access to a unique combination of investment, infrastructure, and community.
